Definition

Relating to or occurring between different ethnic groups or their members.

Example

The interethnic dialogue helped to improve understanding among the communities.

Conversation

Have you noticed how interethnic events are becoming more popular lately?

Yeah, it’s great to see different cultures coming together like that.

I think it really helps promote understanding between groups.

Absolutely! It creates a sense of community that we all benefit from.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interethnic → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "ethnic" (from Greek "ethnos", meaning nation or people). The word describes relationships or interactions that occur between different ethnic groups.

Memory Tip

Think of 'between' ('inter-') different 'nations' or 'people' ('ethnic') to remember that 'interethnic' refers to interactions among various ethnic groups.

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